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Living independently in your home

In addition to causing injury, falls in the home can cause older people to lose their confidence and be too frightened to live alone. Fortunately, technology is available that can help to reduce the risk of falls and ensure that help arrives promptly if they do occur. {...}

Older people often face delays in discharge from hospital following treatment, even when there is no medical necessity for them to stay on the ward. Telecare could be the solution to the problem of discharging older people safely and quickly back to their own homes. {...}

Considering how far the industry has progressed over recent years, when thinking about wearable technology it is entirely natural if your first thoughts lead to smartwatches and fitness trackers. Wearable technology, however, goes much further. For some, wearables are one of the only things that separate them from a life of dependency and instead provide a sense freedom and all-important security. {...}

People with dementia face many challenges in their daily lives. The introduction of telecare services can keep people with dementia safe in their own homes and give their relatives and friends confidence in their ability to live independently for longer. {...}

The number of older people living in the UK is set to increase dramatically over the next 20 years. This means there will be a greater number of older people living in their own homes and striving to be as independent as possible. With this in mind, technology that provides telecare services for older people needs to be as reliable and efficient as possible. {...}

Smart homes could revolutionise the lives of older people in our society, according to a three-year study undertaken by researchers from Singapore Management University. Project SHINE Seniors involved installing motion sensors and panic buttons in the one-bedroom apartments of 50 senior citizens. These connected them to medical professionals and an emergency response team. {...}

There are many obvious reasons why telecare is a good option for looking after vulnerable members of our society. It is fair to say that the time has come for telecare to be moved into the mainstream, taking its place as valuable and viable way to support people in their time of need. {...}

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